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On Trail: Tips
Conserving Riding Spaces
Back-country hikers know the old saying, "Leave nothing but
footprints; take nothing but pictures."
These days, horsemen and women have to be equally conscious
of treading lightly on our natural landscape. Development and encroaching urban
sprawl threaten farms, ranches, open space and... | read »
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On Trail: Tips
from the pages of Trail Rider
Rattlesnake Safety While Trail Riding
"I like go on a trail ride with my horse to
California 's
Mojave Desert for a change of scenery and the wide open spaces. While on the trail ride, I
sometimes come across rattlesnakes. So first, what should I do to avoid my horse
getting bitten on the trail? Second, what should I do if... | read »
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On Trail: Tips
Trail Riding Tools to Take with You
Back Country Horseman of America's Peg Greiwe says friends
accuse her of taking "everything but the kitchen sink" with her on trail rides.
But, when in need, they're sure happy to be riding with such a prepared person.
Here's a look at just a few of the things that are always inside Peg's... | read »
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On Trail: Tips
Overcoming Fear on the Trail
Have you ever been on a trail ride with someone who was
riding a nervous horse? Maybe the horse was insecure and easily frightened.
Maybe he was unused to being away from his familiar home turf. Or maybe he'd
just never learned how to keep his emotions (and body) in check when... | read »
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On Trail: Tips
from the pages of Trail Rider
Rattlesnake Safety While Trail Riding
"I like go on a trail ride with my horse to
California 's
Mojave Desert for a change of scenery and the wide open spaces. While on the trail ride, I
sometimes come across rattlesnakes. So first, what should I do to avoid my horse
getting bitten on the trail? Second, what should I do if... | read »
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On Trail: Tips
from the pages of Trail Rider
Mount from the Right
Will your horse allow you to mount and dismount from either side? Mounting
from the left is just tradition. Soldiers would mount up on their horses left
sides so that their swords, anchored over their left legs, wouldn't harm their
horses' backs.
But you're trail riding, not heading into... | read »
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On Trail: Tips
from the pages of Trail Rider
10 On-Trail Saddle Tips
On the trail, tack changes aren't easy, so saddle fit becomes all important.
Optimal saddle fit will let you and your horse leave home comfortable and sound,
and return that way six or seven hours later. Here, we give you 10 at-a-glance
saddle tips -- six for your horse and four for you --... | read »
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On Trail: Tips
from the pages of Trail Rider
Pack Light
The worst possible location to carry weight is behind the saddle, over your
horse's kidneys. Large saddlebags and saddle packs designed to carry overnight
camping gear tempt you to fill them with unneeded items, to the possible
detriment of your horse. Keep your saddlebags small and light. If... | read »
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On Trail: Tips
from the pages of Trail Rider
Dont Ride with a Halter
You may think it's convenient to leave a halter with an attached lead rope
under your horse's bridle as you ride. The lead hangs at the ready -- attached to
your horse's halter and tied to your saddle's horn -- making it easy to tie your
horse during breaks.
However, the extra rope and mesh... | read »
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On Trail: Tips
from the pages of Trail Rider
Save the Trails
Are the trails where you ride in danger of being developed? Consider forming
a trail-preservation club with your riding buddies. Having an official name,
website, and an army of help can facilitate a dialogue with your local
government authorities about sponsoring and maintaining the trails... | read »
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| Tennessee Walking Horse Breed |
| Evolution of the breed:
In the mid-1800s, a new breed of horse began to emerge from the bountiful,
bluegrass region of middle Tennessee. Bred by farmers to till the fields during
the week, these horses were also expected to provide them a comfortable ride on
weekends, and... | read |
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